Senior Spotlight: Celebrating Our Graduates
- Alpha Delta Pi at the University of Central Florida

- May 10
- 4 min read
This past weekend, we celebrated the graduation of our seniors and reflected on the impact they’ve made on our chapter over the past four years. From philanthropy events to late night study sessions, these women are leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire our future classes.
Join us in celebrating their accomplishments, learning about their plans for the future, and reading the advice they have for our younger sisters as they begin this exciting next chapter.

Maddie Kearney
Alpha Class ‘22
Major: Nursing
Post-Grad Plans: CICU Pediatric Nurse
ADPi Involvement: Director of Alumni Engagement, Community Service Specialist, IM
Maddie's Advice:
“Appreciate the small moments throughout these 4 years. This is such a unique experience that most people don’t get to have. Make the most of it and don’t take any time here for granted... ADPi is the best thing that has ever happened to me. I hope you involve yourself and get the same experience I got to have.”

Helena Potter
Alpha Class '22
Majors: Finance & Marketing
Post-Grad Plans: Financial Analyst at Lockheed Martin
ADPi Involvement: Vice President of Finance, Finance Specialist, Director of Public Relations
UCF Involvement: Burnett Honors College
Helena's Advice: “Put yourself out there and do everything you can. College seriously flies by, so take advantage of any opportunities that come your way to learn new things, grow as a person, and have fun!”

Madison Taft
Alpha Class ‘24
Major: Communications
Post-Grad Plans: Hair School
UCF Involvement: Limbitless Solutions
Maddie's Advice: “Have fun and hang out with your friends—the time flies. It’s okay to say no and stand up for yourself! Your happiness is a priority, and the right people will see and love you!”

Reese Worrall
Alpha Class ‘22
Major: Business Professional Communication
Post-Grad Plans: Moving to Dallas to work in sales at Gartner
Reese’s Advice: “Take in every moment—it goes by so quickly!!”

McKinley MacBride
Alpha Class ‘22
Major: Nursing
Plans: Staying in Orlando to begin a nurse residency
ADPi Involvement: Leadership Specialist, Internal Philanthropy Chair
UCF Involvement: Volunteer UCF
McKinley’s Advice: “Leave here knowing you gave it your all and are proud of what you are leaving behind.”

Beatriz Cruz
Alpha Class ‘23
Major: Nursing
Plans: Moving back to Lake Placid to work as an ER Nurse
Beatriz’s Advice: “Go through recruitment, go out with your friends, go on last-minute adventures because those are the best memories I have had. Make friends with anyone and everyone because four years goes by too fast.”

Summer Sinclair
Alpha Class ‘22
Major: Kinesiology – Health Sciences
Post-Grad Plans: Palmer College of Chiropractic
Summer’s Advice: “College is about so much more than just earning a degree. Enjoy the experience, make mistakes, and grow from them. Learn to love yourself, and surround yourself with friends who care for you the way Jesus would. If you have that, you’ve gained the best thing college can offer.”

Kendall Harrison
Alpha Class ‘22
Major: Communications and Conflict
Minor: Digital Media
Post-Grad Plans: Master’s in Social and Emerging Media at the University of Tampa
ADPi Involvement: Merchandise Chair
UCF Involvement: Intramural Sports, Honors Fraternity
Kendall’s Advice: “Take it all in — it goes by so fast!”

Lauren Caliendo
Alpha Class ‘23
Major: Communication Sciences and Disorders
Post-Grad Plans: Graduate school at UCF for an M.A.-SLP
ADPi Involvement: Banner Chair
Lauren’s Advice: “When you’re trying to figure out your life and yourself out, don’t forget to keep up with your relationship with God.”

Emily Drago
Alpha Class ‘23
Major: Political Science (Pre-Law Track)
Minor: Strategic Communication
Post-Grad Plans: Attending Hofstra Law School
ADPi Involvement: General Member Core
UCF Involvement: Women’s Law
Emily’s Advice: "The little things will mean the most.”

Cassandra Cardelles
Alpha Class ‘23
Major: Accounting
Post-Grad Plans: Master’s in Accounting at UCF, followed by a PwC internship
ADPi Involvement: Senior Experience Chair, Director of Alumni Engagement
UCF Involvement: Knight-Thon, Accuity Tutors
Cassandra’s Advice: “Take advantage of the opportunities provided to you at UCF, be an active member of your community, and connect with people. These four years will fly by and you will wish you made the absolute most of it.”

Molly Beer
Alpha Class ‘23
Major: Business Administration – Integrated Business
Post-Grad Plans: Relocating to Charleston for a role in supply chain or project management
ADPi Involvement: Director of Academic Affairs
UCF Involvement: Hearts for the Homeless, Panhellenic Run Club, Health Services Administration Student Association
Molly’s Advice: “Get super involved. It’s important to study and get good grades, but also say yes to things. Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there and talk to everyone because you never know what might come of it.”

Bobbi-Jo Suppelsa
Alpha Class ‘22
Major: Biomedical Sciences (Pre-Med Track)
Post-Grad Plans: Master’s in Biomedical Sciences at Barry University
UCF Involvement: Pre-Professional Medical Society
Bobbi-Jo’s Advice: “Enjoy every minute of it because it goes by quickly.”

Bailey Newcomb
Alpha Class ‘23
Major: Advertising/Public Relations
Post-Grad Plans: Marketing Coordinator at AdventHealth
ADPi Involvement: Archivist, Property Management Specialist
UCF Involvement: Quotes, HSASA
Bailey’s Advice: "Sometimes adjusting to college can be hard, but ADPi offers the best support. Lean into those friendships and make the most of this special time. You’ve got this!”
Congratulations to all of our graduates!
We love you and can't wait to see all that you accomplish.



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